1989 Citroen XM vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 302 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Citroen XM (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | XM | Voyager |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |